At Dress for Success and Women of Wardrobe's annual Summer Soiree, generously hosted by Tootises, fashion-forward attendees dressed in pretty pastels, bold patterns and lots of ruffles — many designed by Houston's Hunter Bell, who showed off her fall line alongside jewelry by Claudia Lobao. Chairs Karishma Asrani, Courtney Campo, Allie Danziger and Melissa Sugulas welcomed guests to the event, which toasted the 20th anniversary of Dress for Success, and raised more than $20,000 for the org.
AS A FOURTH-generation Houstonian, Sarah Callaway Sulma has a unique and invaluable view of the city. Her deep seated connection to Houston led her down the path to becoming one the city's most well-respected, and renowned real estate agents. Sarah's natural passion for the real estate industry from a young age led her to where she is today. "I know that it sounds cheesy, but it is the truth! I wanted to be in real estate from a young age," Sarah shares. "The late-great restaurateur, Tony Vallone, put me together with real estate legend, Martha Turner, and Martha put me together with Cathy Cagle. The rest is history-13 years of success and counting!" Now with over 13 years in real estate and $55M+ in residential real estate sales, Sarah brings a rare combination of knowledge, skill, and advocacy to each one of her clients.
But her drive to build and maintain relationships consistently continues to help her advance in her real estate career. “Clients are the greatest investments. I am invested in helping them sell their home and find their dream home, and continue to invest in the relationship far after the transaction. A majority of my clients have already entrusted me through multiple repeat transactions over my 13+ years of experience thus far. I foster those relationships because I intend for them to last a lifetime.”
713.299.9888, sarah.callaway@greenwoodking.com@caglecallaway.gk
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EXPERIENTIAL, OR “VIBE,” dining has been trending for a few years now in Houston, from restaurateurs who assume that diners want more than just a meal. Well, they all just got some stiff competition with the opening of Toca Madera in the Pavilion at The Allen.
A product of international hospitality group Nobel 33, which has locations in Los Angeles, Scottsdale and Las Vegas, this is the group’s first Texas restaurant. The company plans to open Meduza Mediterrania in H-Town later this fall.
The sexy 14,000-square-foot import aims to transport guests to a Mexico City supper club with moody lighting, bold furnishings and art, plus a dramatic bird’s nest patio with hanging Spanish moss and a ceiling of wisteria vines. Get ready: its dining room, open kitchen, and bar area beat with an electric-like atmosphere, and the live entertainment — think hot fire dancers and cleavage-y energy galore — will keep you on your toes. (If this is your jam, consider a membership. Perks include members-only menu items, wine and access to a private speakeasy.)
Sink into a velvet banquette and let the drink and food ordering begin. You might just forget how loud the music is after a few sips of a specialty margarita (the Ghost Rider is presented with a little fire bling). Dip perfectly fried plantain chips into guacamole garnished with pomegranate seeds; the beautifully presented sashimi Mexico, atop cucumber and buttery avocado, is another cool choice. There’s also a designated taco menu.
Although night owls might come for cocktails and small shareable plates, there’s a full roster of entrees. Since it is a steakhouse, consider one of the many beef entrees ranging from petite-but-mighty filets to the massive 40-ounce tomahawk steak presented flaming on a hook. Take your pick from prime American-sourced wagyu and Black Angus or Japanese wagyu.
Fresh seafood is plentiful and just as impressive. Houston Executive Chef Christian Brennan oversees the kitchen, which leans on sustainably caught seafood and organic ingredients. Don’t miss the giant Mayan prawns served with cilantro lime rice and citrus cabbage or splurgy Mariscos tower stacked with spanking fresh king crab and lobster tail, jumbo prawns, and oysters on ice. Like the vibe, food is a show here — and it’s not just a pretty face.
A Fire Dancer
Crispy A5 Wagyu Tacos (photo by Alonso Parra)
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IS A HEALTHY, balanced real estate market finally here? Per HAR data, the answer is ... kind of? Inventory is at the highest level since 2011, prices are holding steady, and the city and metro area continue to grow in population. Having lost population after Harvey and Covid, the city welcomes significant yet sustainable growth — and a housing market that can handle it.
50%
The share of Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Woodlands under contract in its first week to market, according to Howard Hughes Holdings. It speaks to the trend of branded luxury condominiums; St. Regis also has a community in the works.
5
The number of months that it would take to sell all of the townhomes and condominiums currently on the market if things continued moving at the same pace, and no new listings were to hit. This June 2024 figure is the highest since September 2012, per HAR.
40
The percent of households in the Houston region that can afford a median-priced home with a 30-year, fixed-rate loan, per HAR. This figure was 42 percent in 2023.
23,800
The number of building permits for single-family homes issued in the Houston metro area so far in 2024, a 16 percent increase from one year ago, per the National Association of Home Builders. Texas leads the nation in number of permits issued.
80%
The percentage of multifamily units currently under construction that are located on the western side of the Houston metro area, per Yardi Matrix. The Cinco Ranch community has both the largest project — Resia Ten Oaks — and the biggest slice of the pie (11 percent).
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